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Master of Arts in Jewish Studies (general program)

The Revel Master of Arts degree provides an in-depth understanding of Jewish texts, history, philosophy, and culture. Students select classes from the following five departments: Bible, Jewish Philosophy, Talmud & Ancient Judaism, Medieval Jewish History, Modern Jewish History. The professors who teach at Revel are world experts in the classical Jewish texts like Bible, Talmud, Kabbalah, as well as Jewish philosophy and history—from ancient to modern times. 

Sample Courses

•    Fundamentals of Jewish Bible Interpretation
•    Faith, Doubt, and Salvation in the Bible: Job and Psalms
•    Hebraism and Hellenism: Greco-Roman Culture and the Rabbis
•    Introduction to Ancient Judaism and Christianity
•    Paul: Profile of a First-Century Jew
•    History and Nature of Anti-Semitism
•    Destruction of European Jewry, 1933-1945 (Holocaust)
•    Blacks and Jews in America
Courses rotate each semester. For the full course catalog, and the courses being offered currently, see https://www.yu.edu/revel/courses

To Whom Will This Program Be Useful?

This program may appeal to Chinese university graduates wishing to pursue the study of religion, world philosophy, the Middle East and international studies. It can also be relevant for those interested in the Judaic origins of Christianity. As opposed to the Master of Arts in Jewish Studies designed for Chinese students (see below), which we plan to launch in fall 2027, the normal Revel Master of Arts program is currently open to Chinese students with complete English proficiency.

Language of Instruction

The language of Instruction of all Revel classes is English. Hebrew is not required for admission to this program. The more advanced courses require Hebrew; but many do not—and are noted on the schedule.

Schedule of Classes

Classes may be taken in the fall, spring, and summer semesters. During the regular academic year (fall, spring), classes meet once a week for 15 weeks and are scheduled at 3, 5, and 7pm, Monday through Thursday, and occasionally on Friday mornings. Summer courses meet in the morning and evening three times a week for five weeks, usually mid-June to mid-July.

Although many classes meet in-person, all can be taken remotely (online). Since the timing of some classes will be inconvenient for students in China, it is possible to take classes asynchronously, i.e., get the lecture recordings after each class.

For more information and to apply, see

https://www.yu.edu/revel/master-arts

Full Program Breakdown

The Revel Master of Arts degree provides an in-depth understanding of Jewish texts, history, philosophy, and culture. Students select classes from the following five departments: Bible, Jewish Philosophy, Talmud & Ancient Judaism, Medieval Jewish History, Modern Jewish History. The professors who teach at Revel are world experts in the classical Jewish texts like Bible, Talmud, Kabbalah, as well as Jewish philosophy and history—from ancient to modern times. 

Sample Courses

•    Fundamentals of Jewish Bible Interpretation
•    Faith, Doubt, and Salvation in the Bible: Job and Psalms
•    Hebraism and Hellenism: Greco-Roman Culture and the Rabbis
•    Introduction to Ancient Judaism and Christianity
•    Paul: Profile of a First-Century Jew
•    History and Nature of Anti-Semitism
•    Destruction of European Jewry, 1933-1945 (Holocaust)
•    Blacks and Jews in America
Courses rotate each semester. For the full course catalog, and the courses being offered currently, see https://www.yu.edu/revel/courses

To Whom Will This Program Be Useful?

This program may appeal to Chinese university graduates wishing to pursue the study of religion, world philosophy, the Middle East and international studies. It can also be relevant for those interested in the Judaic origins of Christianity. As opposed to the Master of Arts in Jewish Studies designed for Chinese students (see below), which we plan to launch in fall 2027, the normal Revel Master of Arts program is currently open to Chinese students with complete English proficiency.

Language of Instruction

The language of Instruction of all Revel classes is English. Hebrew is not required for admission to this program. The more advanced courses require Hebrew; but many do not—and are noted on the schedule.

Schedule of Classes

Classes may be taken in the fall, spring, and summer semesters. During the regular academic year (fall, spring), classes meet once a week for 15 weeks and are scheduled at 3, 5, and 7pm, Monday through Thursday, and occasionally on Friday mornings. Summer courses meet in the morning and evening three times a week for five weeks, usually mid-June to mid-July.

Although many classes meet in-person, all can be taken remotely (online). Since the timing of some classes will be inconvenient for students in China, it is possible to take classes asynchronously, i.e., get the lecture recordings after each class.

For more information and to apply, see

https://www.yu.edu/revel/master-arts

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The Revel Master of Arts degree provides an in-depth understanding of Jewish texts, history, philosophy, and culture. Students select classes from the following five departments: Bible, Jewish Philosophy, Talmud & Ancient Judaism, Medieval Jewish History, Modern Jewish History. The professors who teach at Revel are world experts in the classical Jewish texts like Bible, Talmud, Kabbalah, as well as Jewish philosophy and history—from ancient to modern times. 

Sample Courses

•    Fundamentals of Jewish Bible Interpretation
•    Faith, Doubt, and Salvation in the Bible: Job and Psalms
•    Hebraism and Hellenism: Greco-Roman Culture and the Rabbis
•    Introduction to Ancient Judaism and Christianity
•    Paul: Profile of a First-Century Jew
•    History and Nature of Anti-Semitism
•    Destruction of European Jewry, 1933-1945 (Holocaust)
•    Blacks and Jews in America
Courses rotate each semester. For the full course catalog, and the courses being offered currently, see https://www.yu.edu/revel/courses

To Whom Will This Program Be Useful?

This program may appeal to Chinese university graduates wishing to pursue the study of religion, world philosophy, the Middle East and international studies. It can also be relevant for those interested in the Judaic origins of Christianity. As opposed to the Master of Arts in Jewish Studies designed for Chinese students (see below), which we plan to launch in fall 2027, the normal Revel Master of Arts program is currently open to Chinese students with complete English proficiency.

Language of Instruction

The language of Instruction of all Revel classes is English. Hebrew is not required for admission to this program. The more advanced courses require Hebrew; but many do not—and are noted on the schedule.

Schedule of Classes

Classes may be taken in the fall, spring, and summer semesters. During the regular academic year (fall, spring), classes meet once a week for 15 weeks and are scheduled at 3, 5, and 7pm, Monday through Thursday, and occasionally on Friday mornings. Summer courses meet in the morning and evening three times a week for five weeks, usually mid-June to mid-July.

Although many classes meet in-person, all can be taken remotely (online). Since the timing of some classes will be inconvenient for students in China, it is possible to take classes asynchronously, i.e., get the lecture recordings after each class.

For more information and to apply, see

https://www.yu.edu/revel/master-arts

Master of Arts in Jewish Studies

Classical Texts: Bible, Talmud, Kabbalah

Judaic Origins of Christianity

Jewish Philosophy

Jewish History

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Admissions Requirements

Applicants must have complete English proficiency and hold a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized college or university and have a grade point average of at least B (3.0). Admission to the General Jewish Studies MA does not require Hebrew proficiency, though certain electives will be unavailable to students who lack such proficiency. Beginners Biblical Hebrew courses will be available to students entering without Hebrew proficiency.

Credit requirements

Thirty credits (10 courses) distributed among introductory (survey) and advanced courses. Usually, these can be completed in two semesters and a summer, but students may opt to study part-time, taking fewer courses and spreading their studies out over a longer period.

Comprehensive Examination

All students are required to take a written comprehensive examination, based on their coursework and a reading list. It is offered at the beginning and end of the fall semester and at the end of the spring semester.

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Prospective Students

Admissions Requirements

Applicants must have complete English proficiency and hold a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized college or university and have a grade point average of at least B (3.0). Admission to the General Jewish Studies MA does not require Hebrew proficiency, though certain electives will be unavailable to students who lack such proficiency. Beginners Biblical Hebrew courses will be available to students entering without Hebrew proficiency.

Credit requirements

Thirty credits (10 courses) distributed among introductory (survey) and advanced courses. Usually, these can be completed in two semesters and a summer, but students may opt to study part-time, taking fewer courses and spreading their studies out over a longer period.

Comprehensive Examination

All students are required to take a written comprehensive examination, based on their coursework and a reading list. It is offered at the beginning and end of the fall semester and at the end of the spring semester.

Request More Information

* = required field